Is Blueberry Jam Extra Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Vom Land
Blueberry Jam Extra is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Vom Land. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Sugar affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes 50% blueberries and sugar, with lemon juice concentrate and pectin. The presence of sugar and pectin raises concerns about high sugar content and processing.
Main concern
High sugar content from added sugar raises health concerns.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains 50% blueberries, providing natural fruit content.
- Lemon juice concentrate adds a natural acidity, enhancing flavor.
- Pectin is a natural thickener, derived from fruits, ensuring a gel-like consistency.
Concerns
- High sugar content from added sugar raises health concerns.
- Pectin, while natural, indicates some processing which may affect quality.
- The product lacks preservatives, which may limit shelf life.
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.
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Is Blueberries safe in this food?
Good
Blueberries is used here as base. Blueberries are the primary ingredient, providing natural flavor and antioxidants. Their high fruit content supports the jam's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Heidelbeeren
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Bad
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness and preservation, but its high content raises concerns about excessive sugar intake.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this food?
Medium
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity and flavor, but its processing may reduce some nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zitronensaftkonzentrakt
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Pectin safe in this food?
Medium
Pectin is used here as stabilizer. Pectin is used as a gelling agent to achieve the desired consistency. While natural, it indicates some level of processing.
Role in formula: stabilizer
Original: Pektine
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 3896957
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